A special folder in the Macintosh operating system where deleted files are sent when the user sends the command to delete them. They reside in the trash can until the user gives the command to permanently erase them, thus giving the user the chance to recover any information accidentally deleted.
A window with an icon usually on the desktop. Items to be deleted are placed in this window; once the item has been deleted, it is removed from the Trash Can.
this is where all deleted threads go and remain for two days or so until the system deletes them permanently. This is to allow Admins a chance to restore them if they were accidentally deleted.
(n.) A window that contains file s that have been deleted but not yet removed.
The folder containing unwanted or deleted e-mail messages.
the icon selected for the deleting of files or objects.
A container for deleted files or folders.
An icon common with graphical user interface systems used for getting rid of files. "Emptying the trash" means deleting files stored there.